Post-doc

University of Warsaw, Faculty of Chemistry; Poland; On-site; PLN 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Warsaw, Faculty of Chemistry invites applications for a postdoc/assistant professor position in a project on surface-functionalized lipid-based nonlamellar nanoparticles as carriers for peptide antibiotics. The work covers synthesis, characterization and interdisciplinary collaboration within a NCN-funded project led by Dr.

Hab Ewa Nazaruk. We seek candidates with a PhD in chemistry or related science, hands-on experience in SAXS, fluorescence, confocal microscopy and lipid

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or related sciences required by first day of work
• Experience in experimental research with publications
• Practical knowledge of SAXS, fluorescence spectroscopy, and confocal microscopy; knowledge of electrochemical methods (EIS, QCM) advantageous
• Experience in preparing model lipid membranes and lipid nanostructures
• Teamwork and ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment
• Good knowledge of English (at least B2)
• Must meet the requirements of art. 113 of the Act on Higher Education and Science

Responsibilities

• Investigate interactions between prepared carriers and model bacterial membranes using SAXS, microscopic, and fluorescence-based methods
• Prepare lipid nanostructures and design surface-functionalized versions with antimicrobial peptides (AMPs)
• Characterize nanostructures using SAXS and DLS
• Analyze and interpret results; prepare scientific publications
• Present results at scientific meetings and publish in journals
• Provide scientific and mentoring support for project students
• Collaborate with researchers in biology and other disciplines
• Maintain scientific documentation

Skills

Experimental research

SAXS

Fluorescence spectroscopy

Confocal microscopy

Lipid membranes prep

Lipid nanostructures prep

Team collaboration

English proficiency (B2)

Education

PhD in chemistry or related sciences

Tools

SAXS

Fluorescence spectroscopy

Confocal microscopy

EIS (electrochemical impedance spectroscopy)

QCM (Quartz crystal microbalance)

DLS

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Warsaw Department Faculty of Chemistry Research Field Chemistry Inorganic chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 14 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number WCH.1210-14/26 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Faculty of Chemistryat the University of Warsaw - a leading center of chemical sciences in Poland, recognized in Europe and worldwide, announces a competition for an assistant professor in a group of science positions, in project entitled " Surface-functionalized lipid-based nonlamellar nanoparticles as carriers for peptide antibiotics " financed by NCN. Project leader: dr hab Ewa Nazaruk.

People of all genders are invited to participate.

• with a PhD degree in chemistry or related sciences (required in the first day of work at the latest)
• experience in conducting experimental research, demonstrated by a record of scientific publications;
• practical knowledge of SAXS, fluorescence spectroscopy, and confocal microscopy; knowledge of electrochemical methods, including electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and quartz crystal microbalance (QCM), will be considered an advantage;
• experience in the preparation of model lipid membranes and in the preparation and characterization of lipid nanostructures;
• team working skills and the ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment;
• good knowledge of English (at least B2 level)
• the candidate must meet the requirements of art. 113 of the Act - Law on Higher Education and Science dated July 20, 2018 (Polish Journal of Laws of 2024, no. 1571 as amended).

Specific Requirements

• Investigation of interactions between the prepared carriers and model bacterial membranes using e.g. SAXS, microscopic, and fluorescence-based methods;
• Preparation of lipid nanostructures and design of surface-functionalized versions incorporating antimicrobial peptides (AMPs);
• Characterization the nanostructures using small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) and dynamic light scattering (DLS);
• Analysis and interpretation of experimental results, along with the preparation of scientific publications;
• Presentation of results of research at scientific meetings and publication in scientific journals;
• Scientific and mentoring support for project students;
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with members of the research team, including researchers specializing in biology;
• Keeping scientific documentation;

Position not related to activities covered by the protection of minors.

Level Good

Research Field Chemistry Inorganic chemistry Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Additional Information

• a temporary contract with the University of Warsaw, in a full time.
• Planned start of employment December 2026/January 2027 for 12 months (with possibility of extension) at Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw.
• The amount of remuneration:140000 PLN brutto-brutto
• We offer a possibility of development and the possibility to work in an interdisciplinary research team.

During the period of employment at the University of Warsaw, the candidate will not draw remuneration from another employer under a contract of employment, including an employer based outside Poland.

Eligibility criteria

• scientific achievementsincluding scientific publications, research internships, and awards.
• professional experience in conducting research on the use of lipid-based carriers and assessing their effects on model and biological cell membranes

Selection process

Required documents:

• Two reference letters from persons familiar with the subject of the Candidate’s doctoral research;
• List of scientific publications, scholarships, and awards.
• Please include information about accessibility needs in the recruitment process in your application if you have a disability or special needs;
• We reserve the right to invite only selected candidates for an interview.
• Candidates will be informed a minimum of 5 days in advance of the interview date;
• The results of the competition will be given by e-mail till 31.12.2026;
• If a selected candidate resigns, the position may be offered to another candidate on the ranking list.